Full Stack Tech Lead Java & React (Airline Domain)

Job Title: Full Stack Tech Lead Java & React (Airline Domain) Experience: 6 10 Years Location: [Ahmedabad] Type: Full-time Department: Technology Airline Platform

Job Summary We are seeking a seasoned Full Stack Tech Lead with deep expertise in Java (Spring Boot) and React.js, who has previously worked on Airline APIs, payment gateway integrations, and scalable B2B platforms. This is a leadership role responsible for architecting robust systems, guiding the team, and delivering high-performance applications in a containerized (AWS) environment.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of end-to-end scalable full-stack applications in the airline booking domain. Work hands-on with Java (Spring Boot) for backend services and React.js for the frontend. Work with MySQL 8.4 / Aurora, design schemas, and optimize queries. Architect and implement RESTful APIs for supplier (GDS/NDC/LCC) integrations and internal consumption. Integrate and manage Redis for session and token management. Implement secure and optimized payment gateway integrations. Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QAs to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security in container-based (Docker) environments. Drive code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior developers. Coordinate with DevOps for CI/CD and AWS-based deployments.

Tech Stack You'll Work With Backend: Java 21 (OpenJDK), Spring Boot, MySQL 8.4, Aurora RDS Frontend: React v19, Bootstrap 4.1.3, jQuery 3.3.1, Owl Carousel, Select2 Tools: Eclipse, VS Code, Postman, WinSCP API: RESTful services, third-party integrations (GDS, LCC, Payment APIs)

Required Skills & Experience: 6 10 years of full-stack development experience. Proven leadership experience as Team Lead or Tech Lead for at least 2+ years. Expertise in Java (8 or above), Spring Boot, and related frameworks. Hands-on experience in React.js with Redux/Context API. Strong understanding of Airline APIs (GDS/NDC/LCCs like Amadeus, Sabre, Travelport, etc.). Proficient with Redis, JWT/OAuth tokens, and session management. Deep experience in payment gateway integrations (Razorpay, Stripe, Cybersource, etc.). Good command over RESTful API design, versioning, throttling, and security. Understanding of Docker, AWS ECS/Fargate, and CI/CD pipelines. Familiar with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or other RDBMS.

Nice to Have: Familiarity with GraphQL, Kafka/RabbitMQ, or Elasticsearch. Experience with performance testing and load optimization tools. Exposure to Agile/Scrum development practices.